ADVERTISEMENTs
.png)
Scottish Sikh artist Jasleen Kaur wins 2024 Turner Prize
The jury selected Kaur for her thought-provoking exhibition Alter Altar, which animates everyday objects through sound and music, reflecting themes of community and cultural inheritance.
The works of the shortlisted artists, including Kaur’s winning exhibition, are on display at Tate Britain until Feb.16, 2025. / Facebook/Tate
Jasleen Kaur, a Scottish Sikh artist, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Turner Prize. The USD$26,294 (£25,000) award was announced at a ceremony hosted by actor James Norton at Tate Britain and broadcast live on the BBC News channel.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the renowned prize, celebrated as one of the most influential awards in contemporary art.
The Turner Prize jury praised all four nominees—Pio Abad, Claudette Johnson, Jasleen Kaur, and Delaine Le Bas—for their "eloquent and distinctive presentations," which reflect the exceptional standard of contemporary British art. This year's shortlisted artists explored themes of personal identity, cultural exchange, and community through diverse mediums such as museum objects, sound, portraiture, and installation.
The jury selected Kaur for her thought-provoking exhibition Alter Altar, which animates everyday objects through sound and music, reflecting themes of community and cultural inheritance. Her work incorporates elements as varied as Irn-Bru, family photographs, and a vintage Ford Escort, blending the personal, political, and spiritual to create a sense of solidarity and joy.
“Jasleen Kaur's ability to gather different voices through unexpected and playful combinations of materials suggests moments of resilience and possibility,” the jury said, adding that her work choreographs a “visual and aural experience” that resonates deeply with audiences.
Established in 1984, the Turner Prize highlights groundbreaking developments in British contemporary art, sparking public debate and engagement. This year’s jury included Rosie Cooper, director of Wysing Arts Centre; Ekow Eshun, writer, broadcaster, and curator; Sam Thorne, director general and CEO at Japan House London; and Lydia Yee, curator and art historian. The jury was chaired by Alex Farquharson, director of Tate Britain.
The works of the shortlisted artists, including Kaur’s winning exhibition, are on display at Tate Britain until Feb.16, 2025.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
E Paper
ADVERTISEMENT
.jpg)
Video
Comments
Start the conversation
Become a member of New India Abroad to start commenting.
Sign Up Now
Already have an account? Login